CTS RWD V6-3.6L (2008)
1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1).
Important: If reusing the caliper bracket bolts the threads of the caliper bracket bolts and the threads of the knuckle mounting holes
must be free of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
2. Prepare the bolts and the threaded holes for assembly:
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
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Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canada P/N 10953488), or equivalent to 2/3 of the threaded length of the lower caliper bracket bolts.
Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
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Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
3. Loosely install the upper brake caliper bracket bolt (1).
4. Loosely install the lower brake caliper bracket bolt (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Notice) .
